NEMA 12 Conversion Kit — Installation Manual
MN04003011E
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January 2004
Chapter 1 — General
The NEMA Type 12 Kit is used to convert a Cutler-Hammer
®
9000X drive by Eaton Electrical
®
from a NEMA Type 1 to a NEMA Type 12 enclosure. A NEMA Type 12 enclosure may be
necessary when the adjustable frequency drive is used in ambient conditions that may
contain moisture or dust.
According to standard IEC 60529 (EN 60 529), the NEMA Type 12 adjustable frequency drives
enclosure provides protection against dust and water sprayed from all directions. Limited
ingress of both is permitted.
Note:
A NEMA Type 12 enclosure does not protect the adjustable frequency drive against
strong jets of water or against the effects of immersion.